Kuala lumpur: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) today confirmed that its probe into the assets of former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has been extended to Switzerland, following earlier investigations in the United Kingdom (UK). Its Chief Commissioner, Tan Sri Azam Baki, stated that the commission was now collaborating with both countries to gather further information.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, the MACC is also considering other countries such as Switzerland for the investigation. Currently, they continue to work with UK authorities, including the International Anti-Corruption Coordination Centre (IACCC), which is assisting in identifying any assets linked to Dr Mahathir. No further developments have been reported as yet.
Azam Baki addressed reporters about the case after attending the Integrity and Leadership Day 2025 at Multimedia University. The IACCC, a specialised unit under the UK's National Crime Agency (NCA) based in London, is playing a key role in the investigation.
In April 2024, Azam mentioned that the former prime minister was among several individuals being investigated concerning asset declaration. Following this, his two sons received notices under Section 36 of the MACC Act 2009, requiring them to declare their assets within a specified timeframe. On January 21 this year, reports indicated that Tan Sri Mokhzani Mahathir declared assets valued at approximately RM1 billion, while Mirzan Mahathir declared RM246.2 million in assets.
In another matter, Azam noted that investigations into the 'counter setting' scandal arrests are nearing completion, although no new arrests have been reported. He has directed officers to expedite the investigation within the next three weeks, with any updates, including potential charges, to be announced later.
On September 10, MACC announced the arrest of 27 individuals, including 18 officers from enforcement agencies, suspected of involvement in a 'counter setting' syndicate that allegedly enabled foreigners to enter Malaysia without following proper procedures. Sources revealed that the suspects, comprising 19 men and eight women aged between 20 and 50, were apprehended in an operation across Selangor, Melaka, Kuala Lumpur, and Negeri Sembilan.